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ING revises commercial lending policies

by Hannah Dowling • 11 Sep 2019

The bank has announced changes to its commercial lending policies, which include a doubling of the minimum loan amount...READ MORE

Loan Market launches ‘on-demand’ lead service

by Reporter • 11 Sep 2019

The aggregator has announced the launch of a lead-generation tool that promises to deliver on-demand lead prospects to... READ MORE

Banks offer relief for bushfire victims

by Annie Kane • 10 Sep 2019

Several lenders, including major banks, have announced that they will be providing emergency assistance packages for... READ MORE

Connective enhances expense verification process

by Reporter • 10 Sep 2019

The aggregator has announced the launch of an integrated solution for borrower expenses verification.

Why everyone needs a good broker

by Hannah Dowling • 10 Sep 2019

Award-winning broker Deslie Taylor shares her insights into why using a broker is the best way to go, and the most... READ MORE

New bank outlines support of broker channel

by Annie Kane • 9 Sep 2019

Fintech lender Xinja has been granted a full banking licence by APRA, announcing that it will look to launch lending... READ MORE

How this broker provides award-winning customer service

by Hannah Dowling • 9 Sep 2019

Education and “nurturing” client relationships are key to the success of an award-winning brokerage, according to... READ MORE

Suncorp partners with FBAA to promote broker wellbeing

by Reporter • 9 Sep 2019

The non-major bank has announced that it will be hosting a wellbeing workshop for brokers alongside the FBAA.

Lender rewards broker car loan clients

by reporter • 9 Sep 2019

Peer-to-peer lender RateSetter has said it will be offering broker clients a reward for drawing down on their car loan... READ MORE

Aussie, AFG weigh in on clawback debate

by Charbel Kadib • 6 Sep 2019

The aggregators have responded to a renewed push from industry stakeholders to reform clawback arrangements.

Best interests duty could bite big 4

by Charbel Kadib • 6 Sep 2019

The federal government’s proposed best interests duty could undermine the market power of the major banks, according... READ MORE

Non-major banks cut interest rates

by Annie Kane • 6 Sep 2019

Heritage Bank and ME have both announced that they have cut interest rates on a range of owner-occupied and investor... READ MORE

Feedback sought for SME funding guide

by Hannah Dowling • 6 Sep 2019

The ASBFEO is seeking feedback on the “content and usefulness” of the Business Funding Guide, a free guide launched... READ MORE

Aggregator head to fight for clawback reform

by Charbel Kadib • 5 Sep 2019

The head of a major aggregator has said he will lobby for changes to “unfair” clawback arrangements, adding that... READ MORE

Damian Percy joins AFG

by Annie Kane • 5 Sep 2019

Former Adelaide Bank executive Damian Percy is to join Australian Finance Group later this month as its first GM of... READ MORE

SMEs unsure of borrowing capacity and loan documentation

by Annie Kane • 5 Sep 2019

Nearly half of SMEs want to borrow money in the next year but are uncertain of their borrowing capacity and correct... READ MORE

ASIC takes banks to court over ‘unfair’ loan terms

by Annie Kane • 4 Sep 2019

The financial services regulator has commenced proceedings against Bank of Queensland Ltd and Bendigo and Adelaide... READ MORE

Bluestone drops variable mortgage rates

by Reporter • 4 Sep 2019

The non-bank lender has announced rate cuts of up to 105 bps across its home loan product suite.

Asset finance aggregator welcomes seven new lenders

by reporter • 4 Sep 2019

Platform Finance has announced that it has added seven new lenders and a new insurance provider to its panel to provide... READ MORE

RBA reports cash rate decision

by Charbel Kadib • 3 Sep 2019

The central bank has announced the September cash rate, following its monthly board meeting.

SME Broker Bootcamp 2019 dates announced!

by reporter • 3 Sep 2019

The Adviser’s fifth annual SME Broker Bootcamp, a free roadshow outlining how brokers can be servicing their... READ MORE

‘Confusing’ mortgage process affecting home purchases

by Annie Kane • 3 Sep 2019

Nearly 70 per cent of Australians have experienced a challenge in the home loan process, with more than a quarter... READ MORE

HSBC signs distribution agreement with broking platform

by Reporter • 3 Sep 2019

The non-major has announced a partnership with an Australian mortgage broking platform as part of a push to broaden... READ MORE

Short-term lender launches construction funding division

by Annie Kane • 3 Sep 2019

Specialist short-term secured asset lender Assetline Capital has launched a new construction funding division headed up... READ MORE

Octet assumes responsibility for BOQ debtor finance clients

by Annie Kane • 2 Sep 2019

Supply chain lender Octet has secured a long-term partnership with BOQ that will see it assume responsibility for all... READ MORE

ASIC commissioner sheds light on broker findings

by Charbel Kadib • 2 Sep 2019

If brokers “wish to be viewed as professionals”, they should offer clients “as many options as is reasonably... READ MORE

Majority believe brokers make getting a mortgage easier

by Annie Kane • 2 Sep 2019

The vast majority of Australians believe the home loan application process to be a negative one, but two-thirds believe... READ MORE

ABA and COSBOA launch SME finance guide

by Reporter • 2 Sep 2019

A new website has been launched to provide a “step-by-step guide” to applying for small-business loans.

Industry urged to take heed of ‘disappointing’ findings

by Charbel Kadib • 30 Aug 2019

The head of a major aggregator has encouraged brokers to “listen carefully” to the voices of consumers highlighted... READ MORE

Industry sees bright side of ASIC findings

by Charbel Kadib • 30 Aug 2019

The findings from ASIC’s shadow shopping exercise “reinforces the value” of mortgage brokers by highlighting the... READ MORE

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